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Harrigan On Sports - October 8
You might be surprised how Irv is faring in his college football picks for the season. Here's what he thinks about this week.
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Friday, April 24, 2009
Find out why Irv thinks this weekend may be the 2nd most important event on the NFL's calendar.
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Friday, April 3, 2009
March Madness comes to a conclusion Monday night, but Irv has a preview of Saturday's semi-final games.
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Friday, February 20, 1009
The Houston Rockets pulled the trigger on trade, but Irv says it probably wasn't the one you expected.
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Monday, January 26, 2009
The power of "Coming Home." Irv has some definite opinions on that and other matters from over the weekend.
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Friday, January 23, 2009
The Super Bowl is not until next weekend, but Irv reminds us there's still some good football this weekend.
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Friday, January 9, 2009
The BCS title game was last night, but Irv says there's plenty of good football left to watch.
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Friday, December 12, 2008
Since the Titans are coming to town this weekend, Irv thinks a little pro football history is in order.
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Friday, December 5, 2008
Some people have taken drastic measures to help their team win, and Irv has some thoughts on that subject.
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Monday, December 1, 2008
The Texans make their very first home appearance on Monday Night Football this evening, and Irv previews the game.
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Tuesday, November 11, 2008
These days, everybody's feeling the pinch - and Irv discusses the implications for one of our most popular sports.
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Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Who'd have ever believed Irv could find common ground in one of Aesop's Fables and NASCAR? Here it is.
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Tuesday, October 14, 2008
What would happen if we ended games when they were only halfway through? Irv ponders the implications.
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Thursday, September 25, 2008
Irv has amassed a pretty amazing percentage in his college football picks so far this year - here are this week's predictions.
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Thursday, August 28, 2008
With college football set to kickoff tonight, Irv continues his 2008 preview with a look at the Big 12.
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Friday, August 8, 2008
Irv notes football season hasn't even started yet, but the biggest story of the season is over already.
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Wednesday, August 6, 2008
With the Olympics set to begin this weekend, Irv profiles 3 Houston connections you need to watch closely.
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Friday, July 25, 2008
Irv doesn't get serious very often, but today he's got an issue about which you need to hear.
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Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Who goes where and why? Irv may not have all the answers, but he knows the right questions to ask.
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Monday, July 21, 2008
The storybook ending never happened, but Irv still believes this event was well worth watching.
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Thursday, July 17, 2008
You might be surprised to find out which sports institution will be most affected by a major star's knee surgery. Irv has the details.
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Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Once in a while, there's a difference between what's right and what's best. Irv tells us what he thinks.
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Monday, July 14, 2008
We can all learn from our mistakes, and Irv provides us with a good history lesson, in the process.
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Wednesday, July 9, 2008
Sisters have always been competitive, but none have been more so than the pair Irv profiles today.
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Monday, July 7, 2008
Unpredictability makes for excitement, but Irv reminds us it can still result in the same ending.
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Thursday, July 3, 2008
Once in while, things are not as impossible as they initially seem to be. Irv fills us in.
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Friday, June 13, 2008
There's a fine line between fame and shame, and Irv tells us about two recent cases in point.
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Friday, May 30, 2008
The Astros are out of town, but Irv says there's still some great baseball to see in Houston, this weekend.
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Monday, May 26, 2008
The Astros may not always live up to our expectations, but Irv says, "They're never boring!"
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Friday, May 23, 2008
Irv has an idea that could solve a feud between one team and their star player.
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Wednesday, May 21, 2008
What role does color play in your favorite sport? Irv reveals a unique angle on that line of thought.
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Friday, May 16, 2008
The second leg of the Triple Crown will be run at Plimico, this weekend. Irv previews the race.
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Thursday, May 15, 2008
It's time for a "Video-Gate" update, so Irv tries to put it all in historical perspective.
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Friday, May 9, 2008
Irv talks about rivalries, and the role they play in sports - and society, at large.
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Monday, May 5, 2008
There are lots of questions, but do the Rockets have any answers? Irv investigates.
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Friday, May 2, 2008
The Rockets play Game 5 of their opening round playoff series against the Jazz, tonight. Irv previews the matchup.
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Thursday, May 1, 2008
Irv recounts one of the stories you might have missed during last weekend's NFL Draft
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Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Irv surveys the Rockets' chances against the Jazz in Game 3 of their Western Conference Playoff Series.
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Friday, April 25, 2008
Everybody's doing mock drafts for the NFL, but Irv cares only for what the Texans need.
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Friday, April 11, 2008
The Rockets only have a handful of games left to play in the regular season, so Irv investigates.
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Wednesday, April 9, 2008
The Houston Astros' Opening Day festivities inspired some great memories from Irv, and a few thoughts on the season to come.
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Friday, April 4, 2008
Irv recalls memories from a Final Four past, and previews this weekend's match ups.
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Thursday, April 3, 2008
Irv notes great sporting events only come around once in a while, and there's one in Houston, this weekend.
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Friday, March 28, 2008
With 10 games to play in the regular season, Irv evaluates the Rockets' season - and post season hopes.
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Thursday, March 27, 2008
One of the best sports events of the year takes place right here in Houston this weekend, and Irv gives us a preview.
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Friday, March 7, 2008
Irv asks, "How much difference can one little bird possibly make?" Then, he tells us the answer.
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Thursday, March 6, 2008
Good role models are hard to come by these days. Irv profiles one who has decided to hang up his cleats.
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Wednesday, March 5, 2008
The Rockets will try to set a new franchise record for consecutive wins tonight, and Irv has some thoughts.
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Tuesday, March 4, 2008
It's still very early in the NASCAR season, but Carl Edwards is making his mark, and Irv comments.
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Monday, March 3, 2008
National Signing Day passed over one high school football player, and Irv investigates the story.
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Monday, February 25, 2008
Did you know a new WBO Heavyweight Champion was crowned over the weekend? Irv noticed - and he comments.
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Monday, February 18, 2008
The Great American Race was great, but it took a while to get that way. Irv looks back at this year's Daytona 500.
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Friday, February 15, 2008
Spring training signals the official start of baseball season, and Irv has some thoughts about the Astros.
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Tuesday, February 12, 2008
NASCAR's Budweiser Shootout was won by a familiar face last weekend, and Irv offers his thoughts on the upcoming season.
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Monday, February 11, 2008
Irv looks at how the Rockets have dramatically enhanced their playoff potential in the last few weeks.
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Thursday, February 7, 2008
Irv recounts one of his most memorable trips with his son, and how much more the trip will soon mean to two Houstonians.
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Tuesday, February 5, 2008
Is anybody surprised Tiger Woods has won his first two tournaments in a row? Irv tells us what we should be looking for.
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Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Good news in sports is hard to find sometimes, but Irv's got a story that will make you misty eyed.
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Monday, January 28, 2008
Tiger Woods isn't looking over his shoulder at anybody these days, but Irv's concerned about those who think he should.
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Wednesday, January 23, 2008
Football fans have always dressed outlandishly in order to get on camera, but Irv has a new one...or two...or three.
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Thursday, January 17, 2008
The Houston Astros seem to be at the epicenter of baseball's steroid controversy. Irv discusses the latest charges.
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Monday, January 14, 2008
Irv thinks you may have missed the most important event at this weekend's Arizona-Houston basketball game.
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Friday, December 7, 2007
The Texans continue their march toward mediocrity against the Bucs this Sunday, and Irv preview the matchup.
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Wednesday, December 5, 2007
The Astros made yet another important acquisition, and Irv gives us his take on their current state of affairs.
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Thursday, November 29, 2007
It's the last weekend of the regular season for college football, so here are Irv's predictions for the top games.
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Tuesday, November 27, 2007
There have already been several major coaching changes made in college football. Irv comments on one very notable one.
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Tuesday, November 13, 2007
There are a lot of pro sports stories this time of year, but Irv has some definite ideas about which one is the most important, right now.
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Friday, October 12, 2007
The Texans face one of their toughest road trips this weekend, and in his preview of the game Irv thinks they need to play better in order to win.
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Tuesday, October 9, 2007
Deception is a big part of sports, but Irv explains how devastating it can be off the field of play.
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Monday, October 8, 2007
The Texans won Sunday, but Irv tells us who he thinks played just a big a role as the players.
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Friday, October 5, 2007
Irv's favorite pro football team is going fishing this weekend. He explains why you should try to scare the fish.
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Tuesday, October 2, 2007
When he retired over the weekend a Houston sports icon claimed to be "very lucky," but Irv explains who the really lucky ones are.
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Tuesday, September 4, 2007
Every year, there are upsets in college football, but Irv thinks the first of this year may be the biggest upset ever.
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Monday, August 27, 2007
It was only a preseason game, but Irv looks at the Texans performance against the Cowboys, Saturday night.
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Tuesday, August 21, 2007
Since the Astros have dropped out of contention, Irv thought he'd lost interest in baseball, but nooo...
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Friday, August 17, 2007
Updating the Astros 2007 season is becoming a painful task, but Irv gives it his best shot.
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Monday, August 13, 2007
There were too many good sports events over the weekend for Irv to focus on just one, so he looks at several.
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Friday, August 3, 2007
A Houston legend receives the ultimate honor this weekend, and Irv recalls a story about him.
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Tuesday, July 31, 2007
The MLB trading deadline is today. Irv talks about the Astros, and what they need to do.
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Tuesday, July 24, 2007
Being an NBA referee has suddenly become a contact sport. Irv discusses the Tim Donaghy controversy.
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Thursday, July 12, 2007
Did you fall asleep during the MLB All-Star Game? Irv stayed awake long enough to give his take.
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Friday, June 29, 2007
NASCAR seems to be handing out even bigger fines and sanctions these days. Find out what Irv thinks.
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Monday, June 25, 2007
A very important sporting event took place over the weekend that you may have missed. Irv fills you in.
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Friday, June 22, 2007
Parents should be their children's advocates. But how far should they go? Irv gives his opinion.
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Thursday, June 21, 2007
All parents consider their children's role models to be important. Irv talks about how to choose them.
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Friday, June 15, 2007
The only thing constant is change - and Irv proves that with a big change from the world of sports (one that's going to take some getting used to)
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Wednesday, June 13, 2007
Workmans compensation takes on a whole new meaning when you're an NFL player - and right now it's the center of controversy within the league and the NFLPA. Of course, Irv has his take.
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Tuesday, June 12, 2007
Will the home court advantage help Cleveland as the NBA Finals continue on their court? Irv has some thoughts...
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Monday, June 11, 2007
Even without a Triple Crown candidate this year, Irv makes the case that this year's three major horse races were still very exciting.
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Wednesday, June 6, 2007
Billy Donovan may have had the shortest tenure as a coach in NBA history. Irv looks at why he changed his mind so quickly
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Monday, June 4, 2007
Irv has some random thoughts on baseball and some recent incidents in the sport
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Thursday, May 31, 2007
It seems like most of the news in the sports world is bad these days. So Irv found a couple of "good news" stories that you might have missed
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Wednesday, May 30, 2007
An e-mail from a listener challenges Irv to address a controversial subject involving an NFL superstar
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Tuesday, May 29, 2007
Think you've heard the whole story on the Duke Lacrosse Team? Irv has one last chapter to talk about.
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Friday, May 25, 2007
Is it a great tradition or just cruelty to animals? Irv discusses Mike the Tiger and the controversy over his future.
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Tuesday, May 22, 2007
The record may not indicate it, but there are some Astros that are playing well. Too bad they can't play every day. Irv has the full story.
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Monday, May 21, 2007
Jeff Van Gundy is out of the Houston Rockets organization - but who is really to blame for his departure? Irv has the story - and a look at the future of the team.
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Thursday, May 17, 2007
What would Dale Sr. think of Dale Jr.'s decision to leave DEI? And does Junior have a chance to win WITH DEI this season? Irv takes a look at the situation.
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Tuesday, May 15, 2007
The San Francisco Giants and Barry Bonds are coming to town - and Barry's about to break a huge baseball record. What should the reaction be when he does? Irv certainly has his opinion.
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Monday, May 14, 2007
If you think it's tough being a Houston sports fan, don't worry - Irv will make you feel much better.
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Friday, May 11, 2007
Irv breaks down the Astros and their upcoming schedule...and gets a slight case of the "I told you so's"
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Thursday, May 10, 2007
Roger Clemens is headed back to the New York Yankees - and many people in Houston are upset about it. But should they be? Or should they just get over it?
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Monday, May 7, 2007
Irv breaks down the Rockets and their loss in Game 7 of the first round of the NBA Playoffs against the Utah Jazz.
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Friday, May 4, 2007
Irv previews the Oscar de la Hoya/Floyd Mayweather fight and gives a little background on the boxers
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Thursday, April 26, 2007
You win some, you lose some. But win 5 and then lose 5? Irv discusses the rollercoaster ride that has been the first month of the Astros season.
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Tuesday, April 24, 2007
The Rockets are 2-0 in the NBA Playoffs so far. Irv discusses the remainder of their series with Utah.
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Friday, April 20, 2007
Is the way Major League Baseball enforces its uniform policies unfair? Irv discusses two recent uniform changes - one by an Astros player and one by a whole team.
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Thursday, April 19, 2007
NBA referee Joey Crawford was recently suspended indefinitely by the league. Irv weighs in on the controversy.
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Monday, April 16, 2007
Does the punishment fit the crime? Irv addresses two recent big sports scandals - Imus and the Rutgers womens' basketball team...and the Duke lacrosse case.
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Friday, April 6, 2007
Who will get the basketball coaching job at Kentucky? And what's up with other jobs in college coaching? Irv has an update.
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Thursday, April 5, 2007
What's up with the Astros? Irv answers his e-mail and discusses the team's slow start to the new season.
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Thursday, March 22, 2007
Will a new quarterback solve the problems with the Houston Texans? Was getting rid of David Carr the right move? Irv weighs in.
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Wednesday, March 21, 2007
Should your behavior off the field factor into voting for the Hall of Fame? Irv Harrigan has his take - what's yours?
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Tuesday, March 6, 2007
Should David Carr be the Texans quarterback this year, or should someone like Jake Plummer be brought in? Irv takes up the debate
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Friday, March 2, 2007
How high a price will some teams pay for a win? Irv addresses the statistics that some players compile off the field.
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Monday, February 26, 2007
Irv made a bold prediction about the Rockets in a previous episode - and now it's time to see if it came true.
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Friday, February 16, 2007
Should the Texans keep David Carr - or trade him? Irv lays out the options and gives his view of the situation.
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